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B2 — Upper Intermediate❤️ Love & Family

Cadere ai piedi di qualcuno

To fall completely for someone

Literal Translation

"To fall at someone's feet"

What it means

To fall completely for someone; to be totally captivated. A vivid expression of being overwhelmed by someone's charm, beauty, or talent. Romantic in tone and slightly dramatic, often used in storytelling.

Example in context

"Quando l'ha sentita cantare, è caduto ai suoi piedi."

"When he heard her sing, he fell completely for her."

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